Dr. Robert Fludd

""Dr. Robert Fludd"" is a biographical book written by J.B. Craven that explores the life and work of Robert Fludd, a prominent English physician and philosopher who lived during the 16th and 17th centuries. The book delves into Fludd's upbringing, education, and career as a physician, as well as his contributions to the fields of alchemy, mysticism, and hermetic philosophy. Craven also examines Fludd's connections to other notable figures of his time, including Francis Bacon and John Dee, and explores the impact of Fludd's ideas on later thinkers such as Isaac Newton. Overall, ""Dr. Robert Fludd"" offers a comprehensive look at the life and work of a fascinating historical figure whose ideas continue to influence modern thought.The life and writings of the famous English Rosicrucian. Contents: His youth; Duns Scotus and the Schoolmen; Occult Studies in England; Fludd goes abroad; Secret Societies for Esoteric study; Michael Maier�������A Friend; �������Tractatus Theologo-Philosophicus�������; The �������Utriusque Cosmi Historia�������; Second part of the �������Historia�������; The second Tome of the �������Historia�������; Theosophical and Cabalistic studies of Fludd; Fludd, Mersenne, and Gassendi; The Charges Against Fludd by Gassendi, and Fludd's Reply in his �������Clavis.������� The �������Philosophia Sacra,������� and �������Philosophia Moysaica�������; The Mosaicall Philosophy; Fludd and Foster; Fludd's Medical Works: Mystical and Practical; Fludd's last Portrait; Orders for his Funeral.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.